Our People
Autumn Fortenberry
Recruiting and Retention Coordinator
Proudly rooted in Mississippi, Autumn Fortenberry is passionate about investing in the people, businesses, and communities that have shaped her journey. Autumn grew up in Magnolia, Mississippi, and earned a B.A. in Public Policy Leadership from the University of Mississippi.
Driven by a desire to connect with people and help others succeed, Autumn pursued a career in Human Resources and Talent Management. At Sunray, she enjoys building meaningful relationships, supporting team members throughout their careers, and helping connect great people with great opportunities. She also enjoys fostering community partnerships and creating connections that contribute to the success of both individuals and organizations.
Autumn and her family reside in Brandon, Mississippi. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, exploring the outdoors with her dogs, reading, and pursuing creative hobbies.
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose.”
Dr. Seuss
Baileigh Payne
Marketing Manager
Baileigh is a proud Mississippi native and a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, where she earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Marketing and Merchandising. She brings over 15 years of customer service experience in both the retail and restaurant industries, along with a strong foundation in people-focused, fast-paced environments. After beginning her career as a digital media manager in Huntsville, Alabama, she returned to Brandon with her husband and their miniature schnauzer, Rue.
At The Sunray Companies, she continues to bring creativity, energy, and a passion for storytelling to her role in marketing. She enjoys developing fresh ideas that connect teams, elevate brands, and enhance the guest experience across all Sunray divisions.
Baileigh loves crafting, traveling, and exploring the outdoors. She is always seeking new experiences and adventures. When she is not traveling or spending time with her friends and family, she can often be found reading her current favorite book.
“Every great achievement begins with the decision to try and the commitment to keep pushing until the goal is reached.”
Amelia Earhart
Melissa Kennedy
Director of Member Experience, My Salon Suite
With more than 15 years of leadership experience in the fast-paced retail industry, Melissa Kennedy brings a passion for people, operations, and creating exceptional experiences. She earned her degree in English from the University of West Florida, where she developed the strong communication and critical-thinking skills that continue to support her professional success today.
Known for her ability to lead teams, build meaningful relationships, and navigate dynamic environments, Melissa is dedicated to helping others grow while driving results. Her leadership style is rooted in authenticity, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to serving those around her.
Outside of work, she is an avid runner and reader who enjoys spending time outdoors and embracing opportunities for personal growth and adventure. Of all her accomplishments, the one she is most proud of is being a mom to her 15-year-old daughter, Sophia.
“I still believe, in spite of everything, that people are still truly good at heart.”
Anne Frank
Veronica Cumberland
Accounting Manager
Veronica Cumberland is a Mississippi native who has spent her entire life in the Magnolia State, growing up in Pearl and building deep roots in her community. She has been married to her loving husband for 32 years, and together they have raised three daughters who are her greatest joy.
With 30 years of accounting experience, Veronica has served in numerous roles across accounting, tax, and human resources. Her career has been defined by integrity, dedication, and a passion for supporting organizational excellence. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Belhaven University, where she strengthened the foundation that has guided her professional success.
Outside of work, Veronica’s favorite moments are spent with her family. She enjoys relaxing summer days by the pool and cozy fall evenings around the fire pit—always surrounded by the people she loves most.
“What happened yesterday is history. What happens tomorrow is a mystery. What we do today makes a difference.”
Nick Saban
Samantha Lovegood
Accounting Clerk
Samantha was born and raised in Heber City, Utah and has since lived in five states. She began her role with Sunray as an accounting clerk in February of 2024. Her high attention to detail and time management skills, as well as her past experience, makes her an incredible asset to the accounting team. Her hobbies include spending time with her two young kids and playing disc golf.
“Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.”
Winston Churchill
Parker Fisher
Accounting Clerk
Parker has lived in Madison, Mississippi his entire life and is deeply rooted in his local community. He graduated from Madison Central High School in 2015 before continuing his education at Holmes Community College in Ridgeland, where he earned his associate degree. He then attended Mississippi College, completing his bachelor’s degree in the spring of 2020 and later earning his MBA in Accounting in 2022.
Alongside his education, Parker built nearly seven years of management experience at Kroger, where he led the dairy department and developed a strong foundation in leadership, operations, and team development before joining The Sunray Companies.
Outside of work, he enjoys staying active at the gym and cheering on the Mississippi State Bulldogs.
Sierra Hines
Accounting Clerk
Sierra Hines holds a Master's in Accountancy from Millsaps College and began her professional journey as an Audit Associate at KPMG, where she gained valuable expertise in finance and accounting.
Outside of her career, Sierra is a devoted mother to her 3-year-old daughter, who she lovingly describes as her "whole world" and her "twin." Sierra enjoys spending quality time with her family and fully embracing the fulfilling experience of raising her daughter.
“There comes a day when you realize turning the page is the best feeling in the world because you realize there is so much more to the book than the page you were stuck on.”
Hoang Duong
Accounting Clerk
Hoang Duong brings a strong foundation of discipline, dedication, and continuous learning to his professional journey. He earned an Associate Degree in Accounting from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting at The University of Southern Mississippi as he works toward his goal of becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Before transitioning into the accounting field, Hoang proudly served in the United States Air Force for seven years. His military experience helped shape his strong attention to detail, organizational abilities, and commitment to excellence—qualities that continue to serve him well both personally and professionally.
Outside of work and academics, Hoang enjoys staying active through fitness, expanding his knowledge of personal finance, and spending quality time with family and friends. He is passionate about personal growth and is committed to building a successful future while making a positive impact on those around him.
“Even if the petals fall, the tree remains. And as long as the tree remains, the flowers will bloom again. That is the cycle of Life.”
Shannon Fortenberry
HR Support Specialist
With more than 20 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant, including a 12-year career with Nissan, Shannon Fortenberry brings a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting others. She holds an associate's degree in psychology and has experience supporting internal human resources functions, employee relations, and administrative operations.
Shannon enjoys learning new skills, embracing new challenges, and contributing to a positive workplace culture. Outside of work, Shannon enjoys spending time with her wife, Ashley, and their dogs, singing, listening to music, reading, and fishing.
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”
Winston Churchill
Maddy Nations
Office/HR Assistant
Maddy Nations brings a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for helping others to everything she does. With five years of experience as an office assistant, she has developed valuable organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills while building a reputation for being dependable and service-oriented.
Outside of work, Maddy enjoys reading, fishing, and cheering on Mississippi State baseball. She also loves spending time with her husband, Nick, and their dog, Hazel. Her appreciation for meaningful connections and helping others shines through in both her personal and professional life.
“Human greatness does not lie in wealth or power, but in character and goodness.”
Anne Frank
Jody Logan
Construction Supervisor
Jody, a native of Yazoo City, was a custom home contractor for 18 years and a member of the Mississippi Home Builders Association. Jody joined The Sunray Companies in August 2004 as a working construction superintendent. His first project was the Palm Beach Center in Ridgeland. In his 13 years with our company, Jody has completed over 20 construction projects including build-outs of our six Palm Beach Tans, 11 of our Massage Envy clinics, renovation of two hotels, and the renovation of our corporate office building in Madison. He also perfected techniques in Uniflex roof coating systems and parking lot sealcoating. Jody currently resides in Brandon and has two sons.
“Keep on keeping on.”
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